I'm feeling lonely. But the thing that always helps me is to find another person feeling lonely, and then I reach out to them. Magically, I end up feeling less lonely. For example, right now I am bummed that I posted a problem, and no one has responded. There are lots of folks who post on these boards who barely get a response. If you respond, I guarantee you will make a friend. Dear Abby is right: reaching out always helps one feel better. Like right now, I feel better for having reached out to you. I hope you feel a bit better. Hugs!